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First Alert Weather Alert for extreme heat
An Extreme Heat Warning goes into effect today and will last through Saturday, with highs setting records through the week and into the weekend. High pressure across the Desert Southwest will persist well into next week, keeping temps in the triple digits and at record levels. Highs across the Valley set records yesterday as temps
Continue ReadingDangerous & Record-breaking March Heat for the Coachella Valley all Week
A HOT St. Patrick’s Day indeed! We saw record-breaking temperatures this afternoon and will likely break records each day through the remainder of this week and early next week. Normal highs in March climb to the low 80s–we’ll be trending about 25-30 degrees warmer than normal. A First Alert Weather Alert remains in effect from
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Volunteer doctors mark 500th street outreach serving Coachella Valley homeless
INDIO, Calif. (KESQ) – Volunteer doctors and medical staff in the Coachella Valley are marking a milestone Tuesday night — a 500th street outreach bringing free medical care directly to people experiencing homelessness. Coachella Valley Volunteers in Medicine is behind the effort, which has been sending teams out weekly since 2017. Organizers said the program
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Student-Athlete of the Week – Zachary Berntsen
RANCHO MIRAGE, Calif. (KESQ) – Zachary Berntsen, a senior right-handed pitcher for Rancho Mirage High School, is this week’s student-athlete of the week. “On and off the field, he does what’s right even when nobody’s watching,” Head Coach David Shaw said. Berntsen is the type of player and person who leads the Rattlers with his actions and
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Tribal Chair Amanda Augustine nominated for Constellation Award
As Women’s History Month continues, a local leader is being recognized for her service and impact in the Coachella Valley. Amanda Augustine, chairwoman of the Augustine Band of Cahuilla Indians, is among this year’s Constellation Award nominees. Augustine says the recognition is meaningful, but not the reason she leads. “I feel grateful that people notice
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Early March heat in Coachella Valley raises fire season concerns
COACHELLA VALLEY, Calif. (KESQ) — An unusual stretch of hot temperatures in March is raising concerns among fire officials and residents across the Coachella Valley. Following a season of above-average rainfall, landscapes that are typically sparse have seen a surge in grasses and vegetation. While the greenery brought a vibrant start to the year, experts
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Palm Springs fire chief honored for actions after clinic explosion, among Inland Empire heroes
ONTARIO, Calif. (KESQ) A Palm Springs firefighter is being recognized for his role in responding to a high-risk explosion at a local fertility clinic, as part of this year’s Inland Empire Heroes Awards. Deputy Fire Chief Gregory Lyle is among 10 honorees selected by the American Red Cross for acts of courage and service across
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Heat risk ramps up as forecasters discuss abnormality of early-season heat wave
COACHELLA VALLEY, Calif. (KESQ) – The Coachella Valley is bracing to feel summer heat in the middle of March. It comes as forecasters warned of temperatures in the ballpark of 20 to 30 degrees above seasonal averages, with records expected to be shattered as peak heat arrives on Thursday and Friday near 110° throughout the
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Extreme heat in the forecast with a First Alert Weather Alert tomorrow through Saturday
High pressure dominates the forecast for the rest of the week, with record highs expected all week long! A First Alert Weather Alert goes into effect tomorrow along with an Extreme Heat Warning from the National Weather Service. We’re expecting those triple digits to set records, and that can cause heat related problems from dehydration
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Control rutinario de vehículos lleva a la policía al cadáver de una mujer y al arresto de un hombre en Twentynine Palms
TWENTYNINE PALMS, Calif. (KUNA) Un control rutinario de vehículos en Twentynine Palms condujo a la policía a una investigación por homicidio tras el hallazgo del cadáver de una mujer ademas de dos niños solos en el interior de una vivienda. La investigación comenzó a las 8:03 a. m. del viernes, cuando agentes del condado de San
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Fashion Week El Paseo heats up as desert temperatures rise
PALM DESERT, Calif. (KESQ) – Fashion Week El Paseo is drawing crowds to Palm Desert this week as designers, boutiques and fashion lovers gather for nights of runway shows at The Gardens on El Paseo Monday night’s show, “The Magic of El Paseo,” features looks from stores along El Paseo, highlighting desert fashion. The event
Continue ReadingCoachella Valley Viewers Ride “Fun Bus” to Hollywood for VIP Experience After the Oscars
HOLLYWOOD, Cali — Less than 24 hours after the Academy Awards, a group of lucky News Channel 3 contest winners from the Coachella Valley headed to Hollywood for a once-in-a-lifetime experience. The viewers rode the station’s “Fun Bus” to the iconic Dolby Theatre, where the Oscars had taken place just hours earlier. Once inside, they
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Landmark trial could find social media companies liable for harm caused to children
COACHELLA VALLEY, Calif. (KESQ) – Closing statements began last week in a landmark trial accusing social media companies of building “addiction machines.” The plaintiff, a 20-year-old woman identified as KGM in documents or Kaley, says her social media addiction as a child significantly contributed to her depression and suicidal thoughts. “We know that it’s an
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Tracing extreme heat all week here in the valley
It is dangerously hot this week here in the valley! High pressure is continuing to build into the region. This ridge of high pressure is warming up the atmosphere and leading to record heat here at the surface. Friday, Saturday, and Sunday all had days with record-tying heat, and this week will only be hotter.
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Experts explain spike in grasshoppers across Coachella Valley
COACHELLA VALLEY, Calif. (KESQ) – Residents across the Coachella Valley may be noticing more grasshoppers hopping around lately. Many locals say the insects seem more noticeable than usual. “This morning, we noticed one between the screen and the window and it was still alive, jumping around,” Scott Faries said. “We were able to tag team
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Hallan muerta a una mujer en Desert Hot Springs; la policía investiga
DESERT HOT SPRINGS, Calif. (KUNA) – La policía de Desert Hot Springs está investigando el hallazgo del cuerpo sin vida de una mujer el domingo por la noche. Según el Departamento de Policía de Desert Hot Springs, los agentes respondieron alrededor de las 5:15 p.m. del domingo a la zona de Mission Creek Road y Worsley
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Dos bomberos heridos tras el derrumbe del techo mientras combatían un incendio en un ático en Indio
INDIO, Calif. (KUNA) – El Departamento de Bomberos de California (CALFIRE) informó que dos bomberos resultaron heridos mientras combatían un incendio en el ático del Heritage Palms Golf Club en Indio. Reportado poco después de la 1 p.m. de esta tarde, los bomberos respondieron a un incendio en Alexandria Court, en el ático de una vivienda
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Papa Dan’s reopens in Palm Desert with ribbon-cutting celebration
PALM DESERT, Calif. (KESQ) – A popular desert pizza spot is officially back in business.. Community members gathered in Palm Desert to celebrate the reopening of Papa Dan’s, marking the return of a longtime local favorite. City leaders, longtime customers and restaurant staff came together for a ribbon-cutting ceremony welcoming the restaurant back after time
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